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Negotiators in Islamabad, divide in Tehran; Analysts flag fractured Iran top brass
Washington, DC : A new assessment by the US-based think tank, the Institute for the Study of War (ISW), has revealed that Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) Commander Brigadier General Ahmad Vahidi and his "inner circle" have…
White House to witness baby boom, Press Secy departs for maternity leave
Washington DC : White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Friday (local time) announced that she will be away from the White House for maternity leave as the MAGA proponent is set to have a daughter.
There will not be any replacement…
Indian Navy’s INS Kalpeni docks in Addu Atoll, underscores “deep-rooted friendly…
Male : INS Kalpeni, an Indian Navy Fast Attack Craft, has arrived at Gan in the Addu Atoll, marking a significant step in the ongoing maritime engagement between India and the Maldives.
The High Commission of India in the Maldives shared…
US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth calls Iran conflict “a gift to the world”
Washington, DC : US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has characterised the ongoing conflict in Iran as "a gift to the world", asserting that the American blockade of Iranian maritime traffic will persist "as long as it takes."
Addressing…
Taiwan detects 8 sorties of Chinese aircraft, 7 vessels around itself
Taipei : Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense detected the presence of eight sorties of Chinese aircraft and seven vessels as of 6 am (local time) on Saturday. The MND said they responded to the situation. In a post on X, the MND said, "8…
Giorgia Meloni’s ‘desi’ jhumka selfie goes viral, wins hearts online
New Delhi : Indian jewellery has a way of travelling far beyond borders, and this time, it seems to have reached the office of Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.A recent selfie shared by Meloni has sparked a wave of reactions online…
“One God, one leader, one nation,” Iran’s top leadership projects united front…
Tehran : The Iranian government has sent out a message of unity after US media reports claimed that there was a divide within the power structure of the Islamic reoublic. Iran's leaders hip said that the nation is united despite the claims…
Trump’s amplification of racist rant attacking India, immigrants is disgraceful: Democratic…
Washington DC : Democratic Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi on Thursday (local time) strongly criticised US President Trump over the post targeting India and immigrant communities, calling them "disgraceful and beneath the office he holds".…
RSS is people’s movement rooted in civilisational values: RSS Gen Secy Hosabale in US
Washington DC : Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) General Secretary Dattatreya Hosabale on Thursday (local time) outlined the organisation's grassroots work and ideological approach during an interaction at Hudson University in the US…
“Pak talks with US was strategic mistake”: Iranian lawmaker
Tehran : A member of Iranian Parliament's National Security and Foreign Policy Committee, Mahmoud Nabavian, has said that the negotiation talks held with the US in Pakistan was a mistake.Nabavian posted a snippet of his interview to SNN TV,…
“We have complete control”: Trump on blockade against Iran
Washington DC : US President Donald Trump on Thursday (local time) said that the United States has full control over its blockade measures against Iran, calling them effective.
He also said that Iran's reported actions in the region,…
‘PM Modi, President Trump have a very strong relationship, deep respect for each…
Washington DC : Indian Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra on Thursday highlighted the various pillars of partnership between India and the United States and noted Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump…
India, Egypt reaffirm defence ties at 11th Joint Defence Committee meeting in Cairo
Cairo : India and Egypt have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral defence cooperation during the 11th India-Egypt Joint Defence Committee (JDC) meeting held in Cairo from April 20 to 22.
According to the Ministry of…
Regional conflict “began to weaken Europe”: Turkiye’s Erdogan warns German…
Ankara : Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has warned of the expanding repercussions of the conflict involving Iran, stating that the fallout is now reaching European shores and risks further deterioration.
During a telephone…
Iran releases footage of IRGC seizing cargo ships in Strait of Hormuz
Tehran : The Iranian government has published footage purportedly documenting the seizure of a commercial container ship within the strategic waters of the Strait of Hormuz, according to a report by Al Jazeera.
The visual evidence shows…
Aggressors fully responsible for Strait of Hormuz instability: Iran FM Araghchi meets S Korean envoy
Tehran : Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said that "aggressors" (US and Israel) are fully responsible for any instability in the Strait of Hormuz, amid the rising tensions in the Gulf region, as reported by Iranian state media…
“Six months to clear mines”: Pentagon warns of prolonged Strait of Hormuz closure amid…
Washington, DC : The Pentagon has reportedly informed the US Congress that clearing naval mines allegedly positioned by the Iranian military could take up to six months, highlighting a significant hurdle to regional stability despite a…
Trump lists out “Naughty and Nice” NATO allies over their support for Iran war
Washington, DC : The Donald Trump administration has reportedly developed a "naughty and nice" list categorising NATO allies according to their contributions, a move viewed as an effort to reward or penalise nations based on their support…
Trump claims Iran “collapsing financially,” losing USD 500 million daily amid naval…
Washington, DC : US President Donald Trump has claimed that Iran is undergoing a severe financial crisis, asserting that the country is "collapsing financially" as tensions continue to simmer in the region.
In a post on Truth Social, Trump…
Indian ambassador to US hosts Army Chief Upendra Dwivedi ahead of key engagements in Washington
Washington DC : Indian ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, on Tuesday (local time) hosted the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi at India House, ahead of the Army chief's upcoming engagements in Washington…